The newest French manicure for June 2024: 24 original and stunning ideas
June marks summer's official start and the kick-off of summer manicures. This year, expect to see your favorite summer nail polish colors revamped in the form of a French manicure. From thin-banded tips done in a bevy of popsicle hues to French nails bedecked with pretty nail art, the summer French manicure is an open-casting call to rock any variation of the standard white-tipped look you want. Ahead, our favorite French nail ideas for summer that will be on high request.
01 Rainbow Double
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We love this bright, fun take on the double French manicure trend done in a palette of rainbow colors. Outlining the tip of the nail and the area just below it with a thin line of a darker shade of nail polish elongates the nails. While this manicure looks good on all nail shapes, we are partial to wearing it on almond-shaped ones.
Animal print nails are no longer considered an out-there manicure. Instead, they're gaining traction as a fun, lighthearted way to wear a print. Pairing it with a colored French tip, like this Kelly Green one, adds an unexpected element to this of-the-moment manicure.
There's no right or wrong way to wear a French manicure, be it the more traditional white-tipped natural base look or something with bold color for a fun take on the classic look. To put a summer twist on a French manicure, trade the nude, white, and pink shades for bold rainbow colors like green, pink, lace bra, and blue.
For a drop-dead gorgeous take on the classic French manicure, incorporate two unexpected elements: a teal color and a chrome finish. To create this set, Holo Taco's Aquafoil was used, but you can ask your manicurist for a similar look.
05 Gradient Rainbow Tips
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Adding a dose of gradient rainbow color to your nails is an instant way to prepare for summer. Since the color is applied thin and doesn't extend past the tip, this rainbow French lends more of a simplistic touch for a hint of color. It's the perfect look if you are still deciding whether to go with a full-color French manicure but want to go outside the standard look of a French one.
06 Flower Power Vibes
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Kitschy nail art never fails for summer, so the more you pack into your manicure (especially when going the mismatched nail route), the better. We like how this set is unique with each nail being its own look while still retaining an overall cohesive feel. Save this mismatched mani as inspiration for your next nail appointment.
07 Pastel French Tips
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An easy way to integrate some color into your manicure is with a pastel French manicure with a subtle pop of color; here, it's red on the pinky and thumb nails. Not sticking to one color throughout but rather complementary ones creates a chic take on the traditional French manicure and gives it the summer twist it deserves.
For a sweet and simple take on the popular cherry manicure trend, stick with a small pattern of fruit rather than an oversized one. We like the outline of lime green French tips for an unexpected twist that totally works.
Pair a bright shade of yellow with a deep green tip for a fun summer combo. Together, the color palette mimics a citrus-inspired al fresco style that's super sophisticated without being too austere. We like how the level of color saturation is equal in both nail polish shades so that one doesn't overwhelm the other; instead, they're complementary.
This summer, expect to see even more of the trendy graphic outlined French manicure. No longer reserved just for shades of white and nudes, the summer iteration will feature multiple shades of blue in all spectrums of the color, from neons and brights to pale hues. Outlining the upper and bottom part of the tip in a super thin line looks like a negative space nail but with an avant-garde twist. All we can say is we are obsessed!
Rimming the tips of the nails with a color like mint green adds a hint of playfulness to an otherwise classic French manicure. Keep the base shade a light neutral pink, and call attention to the tips for anything-but-boring nails.
Butter yellow is destined to be the "it" polish shade of summer 2024. But if a full coat of it isn't your speed, try using it as an accent color. By keeping the base of the nails neutral, the yellow polish serves as an accessory to adorn the tips of the nails. Coordinating floral nail art and strategically placed nail gems tie everything together.
For a fun and colorful manicure that lifts your mood, try a version like this: a mix of a neutral beige base and a double-outlined French with pastel shades and a trace of brighter color. We like that this poppy manicure incorporates elements of the Skittle nail trend but as a lighter version, making it perfect for the summer months.
14 Mismatched Nails
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If you can't commit to a single style of nail art, try the mismatched manicure. Here, every nail is a statement on its own. Blending different nail styles—like a colored French manicure with checkerboard graphics and retro flowers—makes for the perfect fun summer mani. Plus, no combination is off-limits, so get as creative as you want.
Long square nails? Check. Bright, colorful tips? Check. Flirty floral rhinestone nail decor? Check. Consider this the formula for the perfect elemental manicure that will have everyone stopping you to comment on it.
16 The Pink on Pink French
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Bright pink nails are a summertime staple. Rather than choosing between the lighter and darker variations of this shade of pink, rock them both. The darker color on the tips creates a bit of a gradient effect, too, for a serious statement.
Consider neon yellow a summer neutral—yes, we said it! A simple yet fun bright neon yellow-green nail polish shade lends a major pop of color, but since it is kept just to the tips, it isn't overpowering.
18 A Pink Studded French Manicure
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Looking for something more than a solid bubblegum pink manicure? Take things up a notch while remaining feminine with a pink French manicure outfitted with small glittery studs. The pink-on-pink taps into the coquette aesthetic while still being perfectly on trend for summer.
Once summer hits, it's time to trade in winter's dark, vampy polishes for something bright, fun, and flirty. Mixing neon colors with candy-inspired ones makes for the perfect whimsical manicure. Add a bit of nail art to the look for a pop-worthy style.
20 Butter Yellow Glazed Donut Nails
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Just when you thought the glazed donut nail trend was fading out, it's back. This time, it's better than ever. Create this hot take on the look by painting the tips a pale yellow, the nails a neutral base shade, and then applying a silver chrome powder all over. The look is stunning and sheer perfection.
Our jaws dropped when we took stock of this fabulous glitter-meets-rainbow gradient French manicure. The perfectly balanced ombre effect melts from one color into the next against a neutral buff nail base for a look that's sure to be the hit of every beach party this summer.
Sometimes, the smallest details make the biggest impact. That’s the case with this alternating baby blue and white French manicure with pretty, delicate daisy floral nail art—total aside, flower nail details are no longer reserved just for spring. Pairing contrasting yet complimentary shades—here, blue with white—adds a layer of subtle dimension for the perfect summer manicure.
Nothing screams summer more than floral nail art. Leave behind the roses and spring flower designs and opt for something more beach-inspired, like this Hawaiian floral motif replete with a pink and green color palette. The colors and design are the ultimate bikini accessory.
24 Square Colored French
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French manicures work for all nail shapes, but there's something sexy about pairing them with a long, squared nail. This variation, with an unexpected mix of colors, still echoes the sentiments of a traditional French manicure but with way more fun and a fresh take, thanks to the unique color palette.
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